It’s no secret that value engineering has become a staple of life in the construction industry and that plumbing is one of the top categories for value engineering on jobs. Despite this, trade customers aren’t willing to completely sacrifice ease of installation and quality in pursuit of lower costs. In fact, a 2013 survey of Read more
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It’s no secret that value engineering has become a staple of life in the construction industry and that plumbing is one of the top categories for value engineering on jobs. Despite this, trade customers aren’t willing to completely sacrifice ease of installation and quality in pursuit of lower costs. In fact, a 2013 survey of plumbing engineers found that “73% of value engineering changes had a negative contribution to the quality of the finished product.”
On the surface these two trends are seemingly contradictory, but for 100 years Pfister has been at the forefront of balancing quality, innovation and value. With the introduction of the new PermaBalanceTM valve, UltraSealTM cartridge and SecurePfitTM tub shower trim, Pfister has taken the next step in offering quality and value to the trade.
“The professional customer definitely wants to find ways to save money on projects,” said Bryce Rickert, Sr. Marketing Manager for Pfister. “But they aren’t willing to trade quality to do it. At a time when many manufacturers are taking metal out of their products, we looked at ways to add it back in. We focused on making improvements to the quality of the product, the installation process and the end user experience all the while trying to maintain a high level of value for our customers.”
PermaBalanceTM
The Pfister PermaBalanceTM valve represents a large jump forward in tub and shower valve technology. With a new brass stem, larger ceramics, a more flexible install depth for shallow wall installations, and a high precision spool balancing unit, the PermaBalanceTM valve is Pfister’s best in-wall valve yet. It offers years of trouble free service while still being able to pressure balance down to flow rates as low as 0.5 gpm at the shower head.
SecurePfitTM
The handle on a tub and shower trim is the main point of contact in the shower. Pfister’s SecurePfitTM creates the strongest connection between trim and valve on the market while having one of the easiest installations available. With no exposed screws, a flush handle and tool-less installation, it’s easy to clean too.
UltraSealTM Cartridge
Pfister’s UltraSeal cartridge improves the overall user experience with Pfister’s showroom preferred widespread lavatory faucet. While competitors convert to plastic stemmed cartridges, Pfister is ensuring the strongest connection point to the handle with larger ceramic discs and a brass stem, offering a lifetime of trouble free, smooth operation.
PermaBalanceTM and SecurePfitTM are currently available. UltraSealTM is available in select faucets. All can be found through select wholesale distributors, plumbers and builders across the country. Visit http://www.pfisterfaucets.com for more information and pricing.
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Six stylish finishes include dazzling Italian copper Gessi North America has introduced new Fascino faucets in six stylish finishes including a warm, striking Italian copper. By reinterpreting classic harmony in its signature minimalist style, Gessi, Italy’s largest producer of high quality original-design bath fittings, has ignited a “Modern-Traditional” dynamic in Fascino that goes well beyond a retro Read more
Six stylish finishes include dazzling Italian copper
Gessi North America has introduced new Fascino faucets in six stylish finishes including a warm, striking Italian copper.
By reinterpreting classic harmony in its signature minimalist style, Gessi, Italy’s largest producer of high quality original-design bath fittings, has ignited a “Modern-Traditional” dynamic in Fascino that goes well beyond a retro look.
Perfectly simple, rather than fussy or overdone, Gessi’s new Fascino bath collection sounds both classy and contemporary notes in perfect harmony.
“A balanced blend of good taste and distinctive design, Fascino can be set gracefully in traditional or contemporary interiors,” says Larry Allen, CEO/Managing Director, Gessi North America, Anaheim, Calif.
All Fascino faucets are made of solid brass to ensure durability, integrity and a flawless finish. Fascino is available in single-handle or widespread models for bath sinks, tubs and showers. Eye-catching finishes include chrome, brushed nickel, polished nickel, black metal and a rich copper pvd.
All products are manufactured in Gessi Park Italy, for utmost attention to the highest quality standards.
Gessi bath collections are available at select decorative hardware and plumbing showrooms throughout the U.S. and Canada.
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Sloan Signs with Chicago Cubs as Legacy Partner and Official Water Efficiency Partner Sloan and the Chicago Cubs today announced that Sloan has joined the Cubs organization as a Legacy Partner and the team’s Official Water Efficiency Partner. As part of this agreement, the Cubs Spring Training facility in Mesa, Arizona, will be named Read more
Sloan Signs with Chicago Cubs as Legacy Partner and Official Water Efficiency Partner
Sloan and the Chicago Cubs today announced that Sloan has joined the Cubs organization as a Legacy Partner and the team’s Official Water Efficiency Partner. As part of this agreement, the Cubs Spring Training facility in Mesa, Arizona, will be named Sloan Park. Sloan, the world’s leading manufacturer of intelligent water solutions, will help the Cubs expand its ongoing sustainability efforts and improve fan experience at Sloan Park and at Wrigley Field. Sloan’s expertise in water efficiency will help the Cubs reduce their overall environmental impact – especially important in drought prone areas such as Arizona.
“We are a global organization founded in Chicago, so partnering with another iconic Chicago brand is a natural fit. Sloan products have been in Wrigley Field since 1914, and this exciting new partnership with the Chicago Cubs helps Sloan tell its story on a major league level,” said Jim Allen, President of Sloan. Jim continued, “water is an increasingly important natural resource, by helping communities and organizations like the Chicago Cubs save water, Sloan helps to raise awareness of water conservation in this country and around the world. Responsible use of water is critical to local communities and to the world. Our partnership with the Chicago Cubs organization gives us the opportunity to help build winning teams through sustainable solutions.”
“Teaming up with Sloan is an important move for the Chicago Cubs. Sloan brings more than a century of experience and success in creating cutting edge water solutions for a wide variety of venues all around the world,” said Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts. “We are pleased to work with and learn from Sloan as we enhance our facilities and build for the future.”
The Cubs will utilize Sloan’s products in the newly-named Sloan Park in Mesa and plan to integrate inside Wrigley Field and its surrounding facilities as part of the 1060 Project construction – helping the organization expand its ongoing sustainability efforts. Sloan also will have brand presence at Sloan Park and Wrigley Field including designated areas to showcase Sloan products and state-of-the-art water saving technologies along with fixed signage on the visiting team’s bullpen.
Sloan becomes the sixth Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs, joining Anheuser-Busch, ATI Physical Therapy, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, Under Armour and Wintrust.
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Recognized Industry Designer Leads New Branch of Renowned Atlanta Business Guy Gunter Home is pleased to announce that Lenia Pilkonis joined our team as the Director of the Plumbing Division. Lenia brings almost 20 years of experience in kitchen and bath design to the role. Lenia received her BFA and MA in Read more
Recognized Industry Designer Leads New Branch of Renowned Atlanta Business
Guy Gunter Home is pleased to announce that Lenia Pilkonis joined our team as the Director of the Plumbing Division. Lenia brings almost 20 years of experience in kitchen and bath design to the role.
Lenia received her BFA and MA in Interior Design from the University of West Georgia (UWG) and Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), respectively. She then furthered that basis of knowledge with passage of the NCIDQ, CMKBD and CAPS certifications.
In her Guy Gunter Home role, Lenia will be responsible for optimizing the products, services and sales staff within the plumbing division. In addition, she will implement programs for continuing education and outreach for professionals and consumers as the company grows to become one of the top in the industry. While fulfilling her new role, Lenia also gives back to her profession through volunteer efforts with non-profit organizations. Currently, she serves as the Chapter Representative for National Kitchen and Bath Association Georgia Chapter and as the NKBA Representative to the Georgia Alliance of Interior Design Professionals (GAIDP) board.
Lenia can be contacted directly at lpilkonis@guytgunter.com as well as 404-874-7529, ext. 122.
Education Solutions, a comprehensive brochure by Chicago Faucets, is specifically designed to help designers and architects, plumbing engineers, maintenance personnel and other professionals carefully select the right faucets and fixtures for their applications. Chicago Faucets is widely known to have the broadest selection of faucets in the education marketplace. The brochure provides information about Chicago Read more
Education Solutions, a comprehensive brochure by Chicago Faucets, is specifically designed to help designers and architects, plumbing engineers, maintenance personnel and other professionals carefully select the right faucets and fixtures for their applications. Chicago Faucets is widely known to have the broadest selection of faucets in the education marketplace.
The brochure provides information about Chicago Faucets products for each functional area and unique application: from dorm rooms to labs, every space has its own unique requirements.The full-color, 10-page, fold-out brochure illustrates the full range of products, from electronic, manual, laboratory, service, glass and pot filler faucets to flush valves, drains, shower and specialty products.
For selection ease, the brochure includes full product descriptions and solutions and is divided into six areas:
- Public Restrooms – metering faucets, flush valves, sensor-operated electronic faucets that deliver unsurpassed commercial performance
- Dorms and Locker Rooms – sink and lavatory faucets, flush valves and shower products designed for vandal resistance
- Laboratories – specialty fittings for unique services like air and gas as well as water, many available with antimicrobial coating
- Food Service – glass and pot fillers, pre-rinse sprays and kitchen faucets designed for quick repair and interchangeability
- Maintenance – service sink faucets and sill fittings that withstand a lifetime of rigorous use
- Specialty Products – stop valves, bubblers and vacuum breakers manufactured to the same high standard as other Chicago Faucets products
The brochure also describes Chicago Faucets as a market leader in providing single-source solutions for water flow and sink locations from the stops to the aerator with durable, high-performance products backed by strong warranties and unparalleled customer service. In addition, Chicago Faucets’ exclusive ECAST® line of products are designed to meet the most stringent requirements for low-lead plumbing products, including the 2014 Federal Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water law.
The Chicago Faucet Company is part of the Geberit Group, a European market leader and global provider of sanitary technology. Since 1901, The Chicago Faucet Company, located in Des Plaines, Illinois, has offered commercial and residential products built to stand the test of time. A combination of the best engineering, finest materials and quality workmanship has made Chicago Faucets the specified choice in many of the finest building projects throughout North America.
As European market leader, the Geberit Group is a global provider in the area of plumbing technology with sales of CHF 2.3 billion and about 6,200 employees in 41 countries worldwide.